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Topic: Gynecomastia and Weight - How Long Do I Need To Wait After Weight Loss? (Read 5303 times)

My name is -. I live here in Virginia. I have suffered from Gynecomastia since I was a kid. I am in my upper 20's of age. I am morbidly obese. I weigh 360 pounds. My first objective is to lose weight. I am 5'10" with a goal weight of about 175lbs, afterwhich I plan to have gyno surgery. It's a big undertaking to get to that point and it will require lifestyle changes. I understand that the first thing to do is get healthier and lose weight no matter what. My question is, after I lose this weight is it advisable to wait a certain amount of time before having surgery? Or is it something that could be done fairly soon thereafter? Also, is there a target weight/BMI range in which I could be considered for surgery? Or would it probably be best to first reach my target weight?

Thank you for your time and I hope you're enjoying retirement,

This should not be construed as medical advice. I am a retired Board Certified Plastic Surgeon.

That is a great goal. Addressing morbid obesity has changed so many patients I have seen over the years. This can be a long frustrating process. There are several posts here about this topic.

The loose skin problem can be as bad or worse than remaining gland. Jumping into surgery can lead to disaster and even greater expenses trying to fix problems. There is no one "ideal" weight or target BMI. It is a matter of what feels best and then waiting for tissues to stabilize. After gastric bypass surgery it can take 6 to 18 months for the skin to stabilize.